1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1638 kg more than 1978 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 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | G |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4763 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
