1974 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1061 kg more than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet 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, 1974 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1139 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2329 mm |