1997 Lexus LS vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 19 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 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 903 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LS | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | 616 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
