1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1955 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1955 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | 2CV | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |
