1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
