2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |
