1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (93 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
