2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda RX-7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda RX-7. (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda RX-7. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1986 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2430 mm |
