1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 849 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Sentra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2685 mm |