1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 890 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Luce |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2590 mm |
