1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
