1981 Ford Cortina vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1981 Ford Cortina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Cortina weights approximately 88 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Cortina | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | 616 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |