1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 29 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 910 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
