1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.

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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1990 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. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 GMC Suburban 2007 Honda Civic
Make GMC Honda
Model Suburban Civic
Year Released 1990 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 209 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2580 mm


 

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