1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 822 kg more than 2004 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 GMC Suburban (345 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | CR-V |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1478 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 |