2009 Acura MDX vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | GMC |
| Model | MDX | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
