1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1992 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 Renault 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 616 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1992 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
