1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Astra is newer by 34 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Astra (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Astra weights approximately 370 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, 2009 Saturn Astra (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2009 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 616 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
