2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 835 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2480 mm |
