2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1954 Ford Anglia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1954 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Anglia.
Because 1954 Ford Anglia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Anglia. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1954 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Anglia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 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 | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2220 mm |
