1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1994 Mazda Midge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda Midge. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Midge |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
