1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos.
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, 2012 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
