1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 408 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 Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 616 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2685 mm |