1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 9 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 9 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
