1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 GMC Suburban | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
