1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 140 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, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 616 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
