1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 26 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 470 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Dion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
