1969 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 980 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 1996 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Familia | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
