1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet 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, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
