2008 Infiniti M vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 927 kg more than 1979 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 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | M | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
