1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Suburban | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2230 mm |
