1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 23 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 744 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Pilot |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |