1980 GMC Suburban vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy

To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 GMC 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, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Premacy. 1980 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 GMC Suburban 2000 Mazda Premacy
Make GMC Mazda
Model Suburban Premacy
Year Released 1980 2000
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4092 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2230 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2680 mm