2000 Honda Z vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Z | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
