1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
