1973 Mazda 1000 vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 1000 | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 1000 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3560 mm |
