1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 36 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 678 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 616 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
