1991 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Audi 100 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
