1985 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 928 kg more than 1978 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, 1985 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 616 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
