1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Suburban | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | 6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2789 mm |