1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cherry 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 183 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Cherry |
Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |