1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 781 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 Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 616 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 4080 mm |
