1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1975 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 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, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1975 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Familia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2750 mm |
