1999 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 20 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 725 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
