1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 34 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 789 kg more than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2703 mm |
