1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 23 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 98 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
