1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 922 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 616 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2764 mm |
