1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 625 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 616 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 616 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |