1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 31 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 835 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | 616 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |