1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1415 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1986 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
