1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Vauxhall Carlton (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 1984 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 616 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |