1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 912 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric. 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 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
