1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 31 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 825 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
