1991 Lexus LS vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 16 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 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 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lexus LS | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2480 mm |
