1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 29 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Trafic. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic 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.
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1983 GMC Suburban | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Trafic |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3100 mm |