1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 21 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 534 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Murano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
