2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 20 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 664 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Maxima. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Maxima | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | Maxima | Suburban |
Year Released | 2012 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3350 mm |