2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
