1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 16 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 79 more horse power than 2008 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Antara. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Suburban | Antara |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |