1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 426 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 616 | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
