1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
