2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1437 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |