1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 488 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
