2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
