1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1995 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 27 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 715 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 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | Familia | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
