1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 785 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 616 | E |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |