1977 Mazda 616 vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 835 kg more than 1977 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
