1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 605 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 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
