1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 1986 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, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 1986 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. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 GMC Suburban | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Insignia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 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 |