1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 39 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 702 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2860 mm |
