1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 27 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Omega (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Omega weights approximately 800 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, 2000 Opel Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
