1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 1996 Renault Spider is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 80 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 1996 Renault Spider | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 616 | Spider |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |