1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
