1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 31 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 914 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2003 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3160 mm |
