1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1516 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
