1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Opel Ascona. (80 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1970 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Ascona. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Ascona. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
