1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 35 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 580 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | 616 | 5 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2751 mm |