2005 Buick Century vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 35 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 610 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Century | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Century | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
