1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 34 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 940 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |