1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 792 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
