1976 Ford LTD vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford LTD weights approximately 970 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | LTD | 616 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |
