1978 Mazda 616 vs. 1991 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 98 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 1991 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 616 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
