1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 240 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 616 | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 616 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |