2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1961 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
