1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
