1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 929 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
