1998 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
