1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 GMC Suburban | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Today |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |