1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 616 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2210 mm |
