1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 31 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 638 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 616 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
