1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 788 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC 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, 1982 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Altima |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2776 mm |
