1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada 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 Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 361 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Armada |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3129 mm |