1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1534 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Honda S800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 1967 Honda S800 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | S800 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2010 mm |
