1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 460 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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Familia | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |