1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1981 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Insignia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 |