1976 Mazda 616 vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1980 Nissan Skyline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 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, 1980 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
