2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 773 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxy | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
