1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda 323 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (103 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 616 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
