1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1020 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, 2011 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2789 mm |
