1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 33 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1633 kg more than 1977 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 616 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3302 mm |
