1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 35 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 756 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, 2009 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2009 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
