1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 30 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |