1976 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2370 mm |
