1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 335 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1987 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Starion |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1125 kg |
