2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 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 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
