1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Celica weights approximately 68 kg more than 1978 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
