1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 16 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 665 kg more than 1977 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
