1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1984 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2958 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2530 mm |
