1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | AZ |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |