1986 GMC Suburban vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 626 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
