1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Santana |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2560 mm |