1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Quest |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3160 mm |
