1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1090 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
