1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 600 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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
