2002 Mazda MPV vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 741 kg more than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Fairlady is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Nissan Fairlady. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Fairlady. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda MPV | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MPV | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
