2000 Infiniti I vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 23 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 600 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | I | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
