1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 21 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, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
