1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
