1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1071 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 929 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2520 mm |
