1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban 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 106 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today 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 | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Today |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |