1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sunny (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 256 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 Sunny (148 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sunny 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 Sunny | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
