1981 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 965 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6210 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |