1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 33 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1072 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, 2011 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2011 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 616 | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3020 mm |
