1991 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa. 1991 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2500 mm |
