1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 26 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1976 GMC Suburban 2002 Honda CR-V
Make GMC Honda
Model Suburban CR-V
Year Released 1976 2002
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 242 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2630 mm