1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 24 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 458 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
