1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Mazda 929 is newer by 17 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mazda 929 weights approximately 360 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, 1985 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1985 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 929 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
