2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Suburban | Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |