1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 41 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 239 kg more than 2013 Honda Pilot.
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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Pilot |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
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 | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2091 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2775 mm |