1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 39 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1300 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra, 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mazda Familia 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Familia Tundra
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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