1975 Mazda 616 vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Astra weights approximately 295 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, 1995 Opel Astra (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
