1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 37 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1946 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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 616 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2920 mm |
