1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 263 kg more than 2010 Honda Pilot.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Pilot. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1986 GMC Suburban | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Pilot |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2774 mm |