1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 252 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 616 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Passat |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |