1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | 6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |