1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 34 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 192 kg more than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Pathfinder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |