1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 32 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 616 | 3 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2639 mm |