2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 646 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mondeo | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
