1986 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 100 (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
