1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 655 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Legend |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
