1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 955 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
