2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
