1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 29 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, 2008 Opel Signum (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 617 kg more than 2008 Opel Signum.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Signum. 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, 2008 Opel Signum (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Signum 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 | 2008 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Signum |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
