1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 11 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 995 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | 626 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |