1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 20 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 920 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 616 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 616 | SL |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |