1983 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 29 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 583 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
1983 GMC Suburban | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2797 mm |