1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. 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 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Familia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
