1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 23 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Altima |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
