1978 GMC Suburban vs. 1994 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 980 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 1994 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
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 | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |