1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1324 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
