2002 Audi S4 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
