1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 GMC Suburban | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Suburban | NSX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |