1999 Buick Century vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1999 Buick Century 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 610 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 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Century | 616 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |