1975 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1398 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 616 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 616 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3569 mm |
