1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Altima |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |