1999 Audi R8R vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 21 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | R8R | 616 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
