1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 860 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Senator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Senator |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |