1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 650 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
