2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
