1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1969 Honda S800
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1969 Honda S800 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | S800 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
