1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 35 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 616 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |
