2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 963 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 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 |
