1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2330 mm |
