1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Familia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
