2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
