1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 695 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
