2009 Acura TL vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 33 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 942 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | TL | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
