1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 633 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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1992 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 616 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
