2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 827 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, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxy | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
