1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 682 kg more than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | CR-V |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |