1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 31 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2008 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
