1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
