1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 616 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 616 | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |