1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1977 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 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 616 | 825 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
