1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 908 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 GMC Suburban | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | S-MX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |