1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 19 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura EL weights approximately 167 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, 1997 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 616 | EL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |
