1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 616 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
