1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 65 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1999 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 616 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
