1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 30 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 890 kg more than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | 616 | Sumo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2425 mm |