1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan President 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 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Nissan President | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | President |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |