1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Insignia.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Insignia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Insignia. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 GMC Suburban | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Insignia |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 |