1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 827 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | NSX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
