1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Insignia |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2737 mm |