1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet weights approximately 1209 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, 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2012 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Murano CrossCabriolet |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1681 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2824 mm |
