1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 410 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 Vauxhall Carlton (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Familia | Carlton |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2740 mm |