1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 33 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 893 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 616 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2764 mm |
