1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1373 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
