1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2390 mm |
