1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 535 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 616 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2639 mm |