1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 381 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2004 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Mazda | Citroen |
Model | 616 | Xsara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1291 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |