1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1992 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1992 Mercury Capri is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Capri weights approximately 170 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, 1992 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 1992 Mercury Capri | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 616 | Capri |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |