1970 Nissan President vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5.
Because 1970 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan President | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Nissan | Mazda |
Model | President | 5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |