1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 919 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1201 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2700 mm |
