1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1994 Renault Espace
To start off, 1994 Renault Espace is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Espace (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Espace weights approximately 538 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1994 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
