1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Spider |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2350 mm |
