1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 945 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2700 mm |
