1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 39 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 661 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2820 mm |
