1954 Buick 40 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1979 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | 40 | 616 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 910 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |