1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1977 Mazda 616 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | SC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
