1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 27 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 690 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 1985 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 GMC Suburban | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3010 mm |