1968 Mazda 1000 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1968 Mazda 1000. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 805 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda 1000. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda 1000 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 1000 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |