2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 1987 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3300 mm |
