1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 30 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 593 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
