1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1979 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2440 mm |
