1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 25 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Nissan Titan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Titan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |
