1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2400 mm |
