1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 960 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Suburban | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
