1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 604 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
