1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 133 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | 616 | Swift |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1296 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 | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2370 mm |