1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Sports |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2160 mm |
