1978 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Omega. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Omega. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Opel Omega has manual transmission. 1986 Opel Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Suburban | 1986 Opel Omega | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
