1991 GMC Suburban vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Suburban | Renown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |
