2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 28 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 838 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2480 mm |
