1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 454 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2507 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
