1980 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet 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, 1980 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 2 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2489 mm |
