1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Z has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Z |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
