1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKT is newer by 33 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 1193 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, 2012 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2012 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Mazda | Lincoln |
| Model | 616 | MKT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2995 mm |
