1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 748 kg more than 1966 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Familia | Volare |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 3687 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2870 mm |
