1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 30 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 448 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
