1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 1040 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 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 616 | Proudia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |