1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 20 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 1,898 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1140 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | A |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
