1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1070 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2826 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
