1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3210 mm |
