2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Titan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, both vehicles can yield 522 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Titan | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3350 mm |
