1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX

To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.

Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Chevrolet Suburban 1993 Nissan 100 NX
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Suburban 100 NX
Year Released 1979 1993
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2230 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1320 mm


 

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