1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 320 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Scorpio | 616 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
