1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 656 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1985 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | Tribute |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 262 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |