1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 35 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
