1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |