1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 330 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | C |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
