1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 38 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1495 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |
