1974 GMC Suburban vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2490 mm |
