1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura is newer by 31 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 616 | Aura |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
