1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault Fuego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet 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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| 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 | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
