1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1979 Mazda 616 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 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, 1969 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | 616 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2480 mm |
