2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1433 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2480 mm |
