1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 GMC Suburban | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |