1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1986 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 11 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
