1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1977 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1977 Plymouth Volare is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 725 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1977 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Familia | Volare |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 3687 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
