1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 960 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord 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 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |