1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 765 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
Because 1972 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1972 GMC Suburban | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | 6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2789 mm |