1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 748 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | FR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |