1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 575 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
