1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 19 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 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 716 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2550 mm |
