1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | 616 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
