1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 35 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, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 Renault Espace.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Espace. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Espace |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
