2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 32 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1000 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Captiva | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 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 | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
