1979 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 696 kg more than 1979 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 Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 616 | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 616 | Maxima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |