1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1063 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Mazda | Buick |
| Model | Familia | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
