1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 1986 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 4 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 120 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
