2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 27 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 977 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Luce |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
