1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 574 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 616 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
