1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 297 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3000 mm |
