1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1980 Simca 1309
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1309. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1980 Simca 1309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Simca 1309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1309. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Suburban | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2610 mm |
