2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B3000 | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2310 mm |
