1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 24 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 470 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, 2003 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
