1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 694 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
