1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 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 31 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 15 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
