1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Neon (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 240 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (183 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | 616 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
