1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2737 mm |
