1986 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 15 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 54 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Suburban | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | A |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
