1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 25 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 25 weights approximately 220 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 616 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
