1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 22 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 820 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stealth | 616 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |
