1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 13 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, 1983 Renault 5 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 5 weights approximately 62 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, 1983 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
