1976 Mazda 616 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 616 | Alero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
