1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
