1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 820 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| 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 | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2780 mm |
