1991 Audi Coupe vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Audi Coupe is newer by 13 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi Coupe (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi Coupe weights approximately 408 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, 1991 Audi Coupe (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
