2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 38 L |
