2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 38 L |
