1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 26 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2737 mm |
