2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 28 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 568 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sedona | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
