1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 193 kg more than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Pilot. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2774 mm |
