1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 719 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2741 mm |