1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |
