1991 GMC Suburban vs. 1986 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Accord.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Accord. 1991 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 1986 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
