1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 26 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 845 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, 2005 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 616 | ZT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
