1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 536 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 616 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
