1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Sports |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2160 mm |
