1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 616 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3193 mm |
