1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 618 kg more than 1974 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
