1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 809 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 616 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
