1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 850 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, 2006 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
