1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 33 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 664 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |
