1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 33 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, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Fit. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Fit |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 144 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 | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2499 mm |