1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 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 1,820 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 330 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 616 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
