1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Opel Kadett is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban 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 19 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1990 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 | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
