1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1970 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
