1977 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 817 kg more than 1977 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
