1980 GMC Suburban vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1980 GMC Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1738 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 GMC Suburban | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Chante |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |
