1990 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
