2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 31 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 850 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
