1989 Audi Coupe vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1989 Audi Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi Coupe (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi Coupe weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 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, 1989 Audi Coupe (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi Coupe | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 616 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
