1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 36 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 624 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 3349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
