2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Renault Floride
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 Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Floride would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1961 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Floride.
Because 1961 Renault Floride is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Floride. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1961 Renault Floride 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 Floride | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Floride |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
