1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
