1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
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 Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria 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 11 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 905 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
