1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 532 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3140 mm |
