1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 29 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, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Element |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
