1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 GMC 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1974 GMC Suburban | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2750 mm |