1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 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 160 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1969 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Ami | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |
