1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
