1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1975 Chevrolet 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, 1975 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | 3 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2639 mm |