1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | Ami |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2390 mm |
