1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 39 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 669 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2775 mm |