1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban 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 93 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 905 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. 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 1997 Honda Accord. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |