1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 27 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1201 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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 2010 Honda Fit. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Fit 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.
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1983 GMC Suburban | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Fit |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2499 mm |