1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 28 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 443 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, 2006 Toyota Matrix (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
