1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 27 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Suburban. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
