1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 166 kg more than 1984 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2970 mm |
