1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1279 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
