2007 Acura RDX vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 29 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | RDX | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
