1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 646 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Quest |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3160 mm |
