1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 16 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 86 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, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
