1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 7 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle weights approximately 293 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, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 616 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
