1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 26 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1150 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, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
