1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1727 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Nissan 211 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | 211 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3302 mm |
