1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1978 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1978 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |