1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 34 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), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 806 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
