1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2700 mm |
