1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2410 mm |