1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 211 kg more than 1976 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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
