1986 Fiat Croma vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1986 Fiat Croma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Croma (120 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Croma has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Croma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Croma | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3300 mm |
