1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 188 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Armada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |
