1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 27 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 616 | SS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
