1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 900 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 732 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 616 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
