2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 963 kg more than 1973 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |
