1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 164 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 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
