1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 664 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Senator |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
