1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1981 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 323 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2370 mm |
