1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
