1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
