2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 296 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
