1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Armada |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |