2001 Chrysler 300 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 674 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, 2001 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler 300 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
