1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 6 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, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 900 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | NSX |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2540 mm |