1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
