2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 929 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
