1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 14 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 700 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Thunderbird | 616 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
