1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 618 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 616 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
