1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 34 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 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 437 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 616 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2420 mm |
