2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1839 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
