2000 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 605 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, 2000 Audi A4 (235 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
