1980 Audi 200 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1980 Audi 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 200 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
