1974 Mazda 616 vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1993 Opel Calibra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Opel Calibra weights approximately 368 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Opel Calibra (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
