2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
