1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 18 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 385 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, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
