1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio 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, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 72 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 616 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 616 | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |