1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 290 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, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
