1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 952 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | Renown |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
