1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 817 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 GMC Suburban (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 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 | 243 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 |
