1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 35 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan X-Trail. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
