1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 34 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), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 630 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 616 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 616 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3200 mm |