1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 30 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 698 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
