1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 915 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Clio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
