1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2210 mm |
