1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Armada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3140 mm |
