1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 885 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 1974 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
