2008 Audi A5 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A5 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
