1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Quest |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3000 mm |
