1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay is newer by 29 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Relay weights approximately 540 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, 2006 Saturn Relay (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 616 | Relay |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3080 mm |
