1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 650 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 616 | 320 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |