1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 535 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Omega. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Omega has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Omega will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Suburban | Omega |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
