1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 37 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 868 kg more than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Grand Livina has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Grand Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
