1977 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 19 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
