2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Record |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
