1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 522 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2751 mm |
