2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Dodge Stratus is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stratus (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 523 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
