1972 Mazda 616 vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 13 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 220 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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
