1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 32 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1123 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
