2008 Ford Fusion vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 38 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fusion weights approximately 267 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2480 mm |
