1973 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle

To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 26 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.

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 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.

Compare all specifications:

1973 GMC Suburban 1999 Mazda Activehicle
Make GMC Mazda
Model Suburban Activehicle
Year Released 1973 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 153 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2300 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2480 mm


 

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