1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 35 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), 2005 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 390 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, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 616 | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 616 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
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 | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |