1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 529 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
