1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 33 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 746 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, 2012 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda 616 | 2012 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 616 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
