1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 14 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
