1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 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 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1983 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | S |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2950 mm |
