1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 35 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 1025 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | 616 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2804 mm |
