1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 827 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2779 mm |
