1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Duster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2673 mm |