1983 GMC Suburban vs. 1993 Honda NSX
To start off, 1993 Honda NSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 960 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda NSX. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1993 Honda NSX 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 | 1993 Honda NSX | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | NSX |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |