1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 489 kg more than 2002 Renault Espace.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Espace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
