1977 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1974 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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
