1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 41 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 820 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Murano |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
