1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
