1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 960 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
