1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1981 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1981 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1970 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1981 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2980 mm |
