2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 27 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 748 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Equinox | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
