1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1330 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Thalia has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Thalia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2473 mm |
