1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Renault 21

To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 950 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.

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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Chevrolet Suburban 1989 Renault 21
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Suburban 21
Year Released 1977 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2820 mm


 

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