1982 GMC Suburban vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1982 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 975 kg more than 1970 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Suburban | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Luce |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
