1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 41 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1410 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
