2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 31 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Nitro | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
