1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1976 GMC Suburban and 1976 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1976 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1976 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Kadett |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |