2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 946 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | LaCrosse | 616 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |