1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 30 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 193 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, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2008 Rover 25 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 616 | 25 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |