1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 36 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 197 kg more than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3000 mm |
