1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2011 Opel Zafira is newer by 32 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), 2011 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2011 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 616 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| 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 | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
