1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 36 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 920 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
