1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 24 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, 2002 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 198 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, 2002 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
