1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1985 Porsche 944 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 540 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 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Familia | 944 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |