1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1955 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Sports |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 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 |
