1972 GMC Suburban vs. 1970 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1972 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Cosmo. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 1970 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |
