1982 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 31 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, 1982 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 980 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 1982 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1982 GMC Suburban | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Insight |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |