1990 GMC Suburban vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Legend |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |
