1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 895 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Familia | GTO |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |