1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 925 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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Sharan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |