1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 975 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2520 mm |
