1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 20 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 616 | 964 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
