1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 25 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 875 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Familia | MR2 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |