1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 940 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3250 mm |
