1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1170 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 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Mazda | Dodge |
Model | Familia | Ram |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |