1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 247 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Polo |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |