1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 634 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2604 mm |
