2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 28 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 955 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Nitro | 616 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
