1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Pilot. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
