1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 27 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 845 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | 616 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
