1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1979 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 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 929 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
