1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 771 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2799 mm |