1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 21 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 483 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 616 | Meriva |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |