1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 28 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 475 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | 616 | Forester |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |