1977 Mazda 121 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1522 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 121 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 121 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |
