1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 935 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
