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 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 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.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
