1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
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 Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia 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 (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1974 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 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | Familia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 804 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 |