1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Chante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |
