1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Opel Signum is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Opel Signum.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Signum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet 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, 2005 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Signum |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
