1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
