1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 31 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1090 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 616 | V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |