1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1202 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 616 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3020 mm |
