1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 23 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 208 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
