1979 Mazda 616 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 11 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 79 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
