2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | 616 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |
