1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 40 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1186 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 616 | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 616 | Routan |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3078 mm |