1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Opel Combo
To start off, 2004 Opel Combo is newer by 26 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 965 kg more than 2004 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Combo. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Combo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Combo. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Combo 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 | 2004 Opel Combo | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Combo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
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 | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |