1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 323 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
