1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 620 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 616 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | 616 | Vectra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |