1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 GMC Suburban | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Floride |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |