1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 368 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, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 616 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |