1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 22 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), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1396 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2826 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
