1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 12 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 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 638 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda 616 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 616 | 928 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |