1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1559 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 616 | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| 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 | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3129 mm |
