1978 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1712 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
