1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1717 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Armada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
