1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Familia | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3230 mm |
