1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 18 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
