1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 34 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 616 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |
