1985 Jeep CJ vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1985 Jeep CJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jeep CJ (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jeep CJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep CJ weights approximately 384 kg more than 1978 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, 1985 Jeep CJ (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Jeep CJ | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | CJ | 616 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
