1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 30 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 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 930 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Familia | Aurora |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |