1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1971 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 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, 1971 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1971 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
