1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1987 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Nissan Cedric is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban 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 125 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1052 kg more than 1987 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 1987 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
