1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 862 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |
