1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 1983 Renault 18 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1983 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 18 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
