1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 708 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |