1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 433 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 616 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
