1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 19 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1105 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.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1987 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | Familia | Astro |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2830 mm |