1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Nissan Primera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Primera weights approximately 358 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2690 mm |
