1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 23 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 495 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Familia | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |