1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 700 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 616 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3090 mm |
