2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 34 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 725 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | DTS | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
