1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2840 mm |
