1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 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), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 616 | C |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |