1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Titan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3550 mm |
