1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 35 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 718 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 616 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 616 | Zafira |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |