1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 2011 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda Laputa has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Titan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 140 L |
