1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 438 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 616 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |