1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Civic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
