2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1989 Rover 216
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover 216. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover 216 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Rover 216. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover 216. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover 216 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover 216. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover 216. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1989 Rover 216 has manual transmission. 1989 Rover 216 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1989 Rover 216 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 216 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
