1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 708 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
