1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1973 GMC Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 Honda S500. (43 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1574 kg more than 1963 Honda S500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Honda S500 has manual transmission. 1963 Honda S500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | S500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
