1976 Mazda 616 vs. 1999 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1999 Nissan Primera is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Primera weights approximately 250 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, 1999 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 1999 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
