1973 Mazda 616 vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 580 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Renault Espace (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
