1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 74 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Armada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| 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 | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |
