1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 43 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1460 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 117 L |
