1978 Mazda 616 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 35 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 838 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 616 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 616 | M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
