1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 403 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 616 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |