1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 GMC Suburban | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |