1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1983 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 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 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 616 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
