2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 33 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 260 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | TSO | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
