1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 425 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 616 | Focus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2649 mm |