1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 817 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 GMC Suburban | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | 3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2639 mm |