1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Opel Movano

To start off, 2008 Opel Movano is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Opel Movano.

Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Movano. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Movano. (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Movano. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Movano has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Movano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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