1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 642 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | 370Z |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2550 mm |