1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Ami | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3300 mm |
