1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 38 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 53 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1254 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2489 mm |
