1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 838 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | CC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
