1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1985 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 616 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Swift. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1985 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 616 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
