1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Honda Legend

To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Honda Legend.

Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1975 GMC Suburban 1999 Honda Legend
Make GMC Honda
Model Suburban Legend
Year Released 1975 1999
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2920 mm