1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 35 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 33 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2011 Dacia Logan. 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 2011 Dacia Logan. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Dacia Logan has manual transmission. 2011 Dacia Logan 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.
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1976 GMC Suburban | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
Make | GMC | Dacia |
Model | Suburban | Logan |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |