2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 26 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 908 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rendezvous | 616 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |