1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 204 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | 616 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
