1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 626 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
