1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1285 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 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |