1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Armada |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |