1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 27 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 460 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, 2006 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 616 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |
