1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 11 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Omega weights approximately 390 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Omega (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1981 Oldsmobile Omega | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Familia | Omega |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |