1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 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 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda S2000. 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 (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000. 1972 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2005 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
