1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Suburban | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
