1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
