1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 796 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2002 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | NSX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
