1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 616 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 616 | L |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
