1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1238 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mazda | Jeep |
| Model | Familia | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
