1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 712 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 Oldsmobile Intrigue (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 616 | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
