1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda Montrose | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Montrose | Titan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |