2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus 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 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 533 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 Dodge Stratus (217 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Stratus | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
