1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 459 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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (400 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
