1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1092 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2700 mm |
