1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Antara |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |