1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1974 Mazda 110 S. 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 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 110 S. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1974 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
