1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 32 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura CSX weights approximately 401 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, 2010 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Mazda | Acura |
| Model | 616 | CSX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
