1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 14 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, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 GMC Suburban. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2000 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2000 Infiniti I | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Suburban | I |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
