1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 770 kg more than 1978 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Familia | Maxima |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |